Psychiatry, Psychiatrist Opening! Virginia State Agency w/Benefits! Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
\n Hiring Psychiatrist

SIGN ON BONUS $15,000
\n RETENTION BONUS $10,000

\n Piedmont Geriatric Hospital is seeking a clinician to provide psychiatric evaluation and onsite coverage for geriatric (65+) public sector patient population. This position will work primary hours of 8:30 am-5:00 pm.

Who we are:

Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH), operated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is a 123-bed psychiatric facility dedicated exclusively to serving individuals aged 65 and older.

At PGH, we are committed to delivering person-centered mental health services that empower older adults to thrive in their communities. As the only state facility in Virginia focused solely on the mental health needs of seniors, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a team that is making a meaningful difference every day.

Our vision is to be recognized as a statewide leader in geriatric mental health, a model hospital, a teaching center, and a trusted resource for other healthcare providers. We strive to be an indispensable partner in Virginias community-based services system and the most efficient provider of geropsychiatric care.

Benefits Include:

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• Sign-on bonus
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• Retention bonus
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• Health, vision, and dental insurance
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• Retirement with cash match
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• 13 paid holidays
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• Paid time off (annual, sick, family/personal, and community service)
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• Life insurance
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• Malpractice coverage
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• Potential eligibility for the Virginia Behavioral Health Loan Repayment Program (BH-LRP), subject to program criteria and restrictions.
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Minimum Qualifications:

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• Must possess an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or obtain one prior to the start of employment
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• Medical degree and completion of an ACGME-approved residency training in Psychiatry prior to the start of employment.
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• Current DEA controlled Substance registration/licensed or obtain one prior to the start of employment.
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Contact: [email protected]
\n www.dbhds.virginia.gov